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Columbia University is hiring a Research Project Manager for the Center for Translational and Computational Neuroimmunology (CTCN) and Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Center. The role involves managing a multi-center longitudinal study called MS Snapshot and its associated Brain Bank, overseeing specimen repository operations, and supporting NIH- and industry-sponsored projects to ensure compliant and efficient research activities.

Highlights

Manage and supervise activities of the MS Snapshot longitudinal study and Brain Bank, including recruitment, data/specimen collection, data management, and training.
Coordinate with external collaborators and manage data through REDCap and other databases.
Develop training materials, document meetings, and generate progress reports for sponsors and collaborators.
Oversee specimen repository and archives, liaising with lab managers and managing contracts with vendors.
Prepare and maintain regulatory documents related to IRB submissions, renewals, and audits.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Minimum of a bachelor's degree with four years of related research or laboratory experience.
Preferred qualifications include a master's degree in administration or related field, excellent organizational and communication skills, and experience managing multiple priorities with minimal oversight.
Experience in multi-layered organizational environments with various reporting relationships is preferred.
The salary range is $70,300 to $97,000, set based on factors including experience and qualifications.

Research Project Manager Full Description

Job Type: Officer of Administration
Bargaining Unit:
Regular/Temporary: Regular
End Date if Temporary:
Hours Per Week: 35 hours
Standard Work Schedule:
Building:
Salary Range: $70,300.00- $97,000.00

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

The Center for Translational and Computational Neuroimmunology (CTCN) and Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Center are looking for a Research Project Manager who will be responsible for the management of our multi-center, longitudinal study called MS Snapshot and its associated Brain Bank as well as other ongoing NIH-sponsored or industry sponsored projects. Along with other members of the center’s leadership, the Research Project Manager will oversee the development and implementation of specimen repository and archive and assist in the development of standards and policies to maintain compliant and efficient research operations.

Responsibilities

MS Snapshot and Brain bank

Contributes to and supervises all activities in our multi-center, longitudinal study called MS Snapshot and brain bank study including recruitment, data and specimen collection, data management and research personnel training.
Manages and supervises the logistics related to collaborators and facilities outside of Columbia University Irving Medical Center, including data-coordination on REDCap and other database.
Supervises and assists with development of training and educational material.
Documents group meetings by taking minutes to summarize topics of discussions, agreed upon decisions, and subsequent steps and actions.
Develops research management plans and accountabilities; implements process improvement initiatives, including workflow, implementation scheduling, coordination of staff tasking
Responsible for preparation of documents for renewals, modifications, yearly submissions, correspondence, and audits related to IRB.
Creates and maintains project documents (i.e. CRF, logs, etc.).
Generates progress reports to the collaborators and the sponsor.

CTCN Specimen Repository and Archives

Serves as a liaison with the CTCN lab manager(s) for managing specimen repository and archives for multiple investigator-initiated and NIH-sponsored research studies.
Assists material transfer agreements and data use agreement establishment and budget review for other assigned research project(s).
Coordinates contracts with external vendors and monitoring deliverables and invoice processing with the Program coordinator.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus four (4) years of related experience in a laboratory or research-based academic environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a multi-layered environment with a variety of reporting relationships and varying reporting responsibilities
Master's degree in administration, public health, health education, or a related field
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, record-keeping, writing, and verbal communications skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to manage multiple and competing demands, establish priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal oversight
Ability to document procedure, and to write reports and operational guidelines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Word, Power Point, Teams
Ability to exercise initiative and judgment and demonstrate professionalism and flexibility

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

Original Job Description

Job Type: Officer of Administration
Bargaining Unit:
Regular/Temporary: Regular
End Date if Temporary:
Hours Per Week: 35 hours
Standard Work Schedule:
Building:
Salary Range: $70,300.00- $97,000.00

Position Summary

Responsibilities

MS Snapshot and Brain bank

Contributes to and supervises all activities in our multi-center, longitudinal study called MS Snapshot and brain bank study including recruitment, data and specimen collection, data management and research personnel training.
Manages and supervises the logistics related to collaborators and facilities outside of Columbia University Irving Medical Center, including data-coordination on REDCap and other database.
Supervises and assists with development of training and educational material.
Documents group meetings by taking minutes to summarize topics of discussions, agreed upon decisions, and subsequent steps and actions.
Develops research management plans and accountabilities; implements process improvement initiatives, including workflow, implementation scheduling, coordination of staff tasking
Responsible for preparation of documents for renewals, modifications, yearly submissions, correspondence, and audits related to IRB.
Creates and maintains project documents (i.e. CRF, logs, etc.).
Generates progress reports to the collaborators and the sponsor.

CTCN Specimen Repository and Archives

Serves as a liaison with the CTCN lab manager(s) for managing specimen repository and archives for multiple investigator-initiated and NIH-sponsored research studies.
Assists material transfer agreements and data use agreement establishment and budget review for other assigned research project(s).
Coordinates contracts with external vendors and monitoring deliverables and invoice processing with the Program coordinator.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus four (4) years of related experience in a laboratory or research-based academic environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a multi-layered environment with a variety of reporting relationships and varying reporting responsibilities
Master's degree in administration, public health, health education, or a related field
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, record-keeping, writing, and verbal communications skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to manage multiple and competing demands, establish priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal oversight
Ability to document procedure, and to write reports and operational guidelines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Word, Power Point, Teams
Ability to exercise initiative and judgment and demonstrate professionalism and flexibility

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.

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